GE P485 instruction manual Nodes, Menu

COMMUNICATION MODEL

Nodes

DESCRIPTION A node in the EnerVista P485/D485 Setup software represents a device on the Modbus sub-network. In it’s simplest form, a Node contains of a single transaction, that consists of a Query and a Response.

NODE PARAMETERS To gain access to these parameters, select the desired node in the navigation window.

•Slave address: This setting shall be set to match the Modbus address setting of the destination device.

•Name: Node Name. This name will appear in the navigation window.

MODBUS NETWORK Right-click “Modbus Network” in the Navigation window to gain access to these functions.

MENU

Figure 5-4: Modbus network menu

•Paste: Paste a node from the clipboard.

•Modbus Network Monitor: Launches the Modbus network monitor. Refer to Modbus network monitor on page 7–1for details.

•Add Node: Adds a node to the scanlist.

•Add Broadcaster: Adds a broadcaster node to the scanlist.

•Load Node: Loads a node previously saved using “Save Node” from the Node menu (see details below).

•Modbus Network Status: Displays status/diagnostic information about the Modbus network.

NODE MENU Right-click on a node in the Navigation window to gain access to these functions.

Figure 5-5: Node menu

•Cut: Cuts a node to the clipboard.

•Copy: Copies a node to the clipboard.

P485 MODBUS TO PROFIBUS CONVERTER – USER GUIDE 5–3